Today's staffing announcements include:

Ruthnie Angrand, director of Communications and MarketingAngrand has previously managed communications and marketing for Hueber-Breuer Construction Company and worked as an editorial assistant at Syracuse University Press. Angrand studied magazine, newspaper, and online journalism from Syracuse University after earning an undergraduate degree in mass communications from Brenau University.

Tory Russo, public information officerRusso spent several months on Walsh's campaign and transition team as a communications specialist and previously worked for PEACE, Inc. as a content coordinator. She graduated from Syracuse University in 2016 with undergraduate degrees in magazine journalism and international relations.

Julie LaFave, deputy commissioner of Parks, Recreation and Youth ProgramsLaFave is currently the director of Parks and Recreation in the town of Sullivan. She has 15 years of experience in municipal recreation. LaFave earned her bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University and has a master's degree in Recreation Administration from Frostburg State University. She will report to Commissioner Lazarus Sims. LaFave lives in Syracuse.

Walsh also announced the following reappointments:

Janet Burke, director of the Research BureauBurke has held the position since 2010. The Bureau of Research serves as a policy planning, research/information resource, inter-governmental aid, and special projects unit for all city departments. Burke has been with the department since 2003. In 2016, she made $72,080.

David Clifford, commissioner of AssessmentClifford has been commissioner since 2011. The Department of Assessment annually compiles the city assessment roll, consisting of an assessed value for each of the City's 41,902 properties. Clifford is a 32-year veteran of the department. In 2016, his salary was $86,920.

David DelVecchio, commissioner of FinanceThe Department of Finance is divided into three bureaus: the Bureau of Treasury, the Bureau of Accounts, and the Parking Violations Bureau. DelVecchio has worked for the city of Syracuse since 1983. His 2016 salary was $91,299.

Adria Finch, director of InnovationFinch began as the city's director of Innovation in 2015. The office develops solutions to challenges facing the city of Syracuse, such as infrastructure and economic opportunity. In 2016 her salary was $67,700.

Mary Robison, city engineerRobison has led the department of Engineering, which includes the Design and Construction Division, the Building Division, and the Mapping and Surveying Division, since 2003. Robison has more than 30 years of professional engineering experience. In 2016, her salary was $94,952.

Lazarus Sims, commissioner Parks, Recreation, and Youth ProgramsThe Parks Department runs the city's recreational, support, and special events programs. Sims started with the city in 2015 and is a graduate of Syracuse University. His 2016 salary was $72,000.

Robert Stamey, director of PersonnelStamey has held this position since 2014. The Department of Personnel and Labor Relations provides leadership, guidance, and efficient services to promote positive labor relations, diversity, and a safe work environment. Stamey previously served in the city's Corporation Counsel office. He earned his law degree from Syracuse University's College of Law in 1987. His 2016 salary was $99,500.

Ken Towsley, director of Code EnforcementTowsley has been director since 2013 and has been with the department for more than 10 years. The Division of Code Enforcement is responsible for planning, reviewing, and inspecting building construction within the city. Towsley started his career as a member of the United States Army. His salary in 2016 was $70,000.

Mary Vossler, director of Management and BudgetVossler has directed this department since 2011. The Department of Budget prepares and administers the annual budget, and develops the city's energy, telecommunications, and technology policies. Prior to this position, Vossler spent a year in the Department of Neighborhood and Business Development as chief financial officer. Her 2016 salary was $91,299.